IN THE LAB
How Rice Forms Resistant Starch
Good news for Asia's rice-loving diabetics: scientists may have found a way to increase rice's content of resistant-starch.
Human Sight Especially Sensitive To Snakes
The human eye can spot snakes from blurred images faster than non-threatening animals such as cats or fish.
POEM, The Key To Seed Without Sperm
A new study suggests that pollen tube contents alone can induce seed enlargement, contradicting our previous understanding that fertilization is essential for seed development.
Peptides Bridge The Artificial And Biological
Genetically engineered peptides that can bridge the gap between synthetic materials and biomolecules could be used for ‘seamless’ bioelectronic devices.
Towards Zero-Discharge Seawater Desalination
Chinese researchers have developed a novel process that can produce pure drinking water without the highly concentrated waste products.
The World’s Thinnest Photodetector
Korean researchers have developed a photodetector that is ten times smaller than the current standard silicon diodes.
Found: Molecular Logic Board Of The Cell
The protein parafibromin acts like a ‘logic board,’ converting multiple external inputs into appropriate cellular outputs.
Use Salt To Achieve An Environmentally-Friendly ‘Lotus Effect’
Looking for a cheaper and more environmentally-friendly way to make surfaces water-repellant? Try salt.
Super-Kamiokande Is Poised To Catch A Supernova In Action
Supernovas are rare—only three or four happen every century—but the Super-Kamiokande scientists are ready to capture it with their detectors.
